GARLIC MUSHROOMS

GARLIC MUSHROOMS 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 an onion chopped (optional) 1 pound (500 g) Cremini or button mushrooms 2 tablespoons dry white wine* (optional) 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 4 cloves garlic minced Salt and pepper to taste Heat the butter and oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion until softened (about 3 minutes). Add the mushrooms and cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy on the edges. Pour in the wine and cook for 2 minutes, to reduce slightly. Stir through thyme, 1 tablespoon of parsley and garlic. Cook for a further 30 seconds, until fragrant. Season generously with salt and pepper (to your taste). Sprinkle with remaining parsley and serve warm. Notes *Use a good quality dry white wine, such as Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, or a Sauv Blanc.